FAQ

Dubbin is a waxy product used to soften, condition and preserve leather. It consists of natural waxes and oils. Dubbin has been used since medieval times. Oils and conditioners in Pappy’s Dubbin replace the natural oil lost during tanning and exposure to the elements.

Depending on how it is stored, It's best not to store it where it is hot or in direct sunlight. Dubbin will last for five years or more if stored at cool temperatures. Dubbin is very organic and may deteriorate with time but cooler temperatures prolong shelf life. However, Dubbin can be stored at room temperature or at low freezing temperatures. Always keep the lid on when not in use.

It may. Dubbin contains some oils and anytime you add oils to leather, it may darken the color to some degree. If you are concerned about your leather becoming darker, always spot test to determine satisfaction. As the oils evaporate out the leather lightens in color and depending on dirt and use may return to, or near original color.

Premium Dubbin and Premium Lite cures on leather (depending on humidity and temperature) and buffs to a non-oily, slightly waxy (grip) finish. Eventually the grip goes away. Bee Dry Dubbin is intended to help leather resist the penetration of water and tends to stay on the surface more, and may retain some oil feel if not buffed off. Dubbins Cousin (For Rawhide) tends to retain a little more grip but doesn't feel oily to the touch.

Dubbin is good for all kinds of leather. We recommend Pappy’s Premium-Lite for lighter leathers because of the easy and flexibility of application. However, Premium Dubbin is just as safe but may be less convenient to apply.

Pappy’s Premium, Premium Lite, or Dubbins Cousin are natural, biodegradable and water soluble, and wash out easily. In fact, we recommend applying Pappy’s Dubbin using your hands to control the application and warm the dubbin for better penetration of the leather. Dubbin is also very good for your hands. Premium Lite is an excellent cleaner. Bee Dry Dubbin does not was easily out of anything, and we recommend not getting it on your clothes or other places you don't want it to stay. Soaps don't easily break down Bee Dry Dubbin but Premium or Premium Lite may help to break it down.